Local LGBT Community Holds Vigil for Orlando Victims
The names of the Orlando shooting victims were each read aloud. Each person attending the vigil was impacted by the tragedy in a unique way. "I have a lot…
Jamey Tucker
Consumer Technology Reporter Jamey Tucker started providing his daily “What the Tech” stories to Action 8 News in 2019. He can be seen on Action 8 News Rising as well as Action 8 News at 5:00 and 5:30PM.
Jamey previously worked as a reporter for WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee. He was also an anchor and reporter for WREG in Memphis, Tennessee, and WHNT in Huntsville.
Jamey has been honored by the Associated Press in Alabama as Best Reporter and Best Feature reporter for his work as a religion reporter. His love for technology reporting grew while working in Nashville. Jamey now focuses entirely on technology reporting and enjoys finding new apps and gadgets to make life easier, safer and a little more fun.
Jamey and his wife have three children and are the proud owners of a hairless cat.
You can follow Jamey and submit story ideas and questions on X at @jameytucker.
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SPLC Working to Assist the LGBT Community Healing Process
In the wake of the attacks in Orlando, organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center are working to assist the LGBT community in their healing process. "LGBT people are by far…
Peach Park Thrives Despite Crop Shortage
Summertime is a chance for people to stock up on their favorite fresh fruits and vegetables. In Chilton County, that means peaches and as Alabama's crop comes in, a local shop is…
Hot & Humid Week
HOT & HUMID WEEK OF WEATHER: Each day this week we are going to see afternoon temperatures in the 90s, while overnight lows will be in the 70s. Humidity levels…
Hot & Humid, Scattered Showers and Storms
HOT WEEKEND WEATHER: A mix of sun and clouds today allowed temperatures to climb well into the 90s this afternoon. Our winds have become more southerly as well, and that…
With Hubbard’s Conviction, Rep. Victor Gaston Named Acting House Speaker
This is a statement issued Friday night from the Alabama House of Representatives: In accordance with House Rule 60 and the applicable laws of Alabama, Speaker Pro Tem Victor Gaston (R-Mobile) will serve as Acting Speaker of the House as…
Hot & Humid Weekend Weather
THE THREE H’s: Hot, humid, and hazy weather is ahead for Friday and through the weekend. A good supply of sunshine today, Saturday, and Sunday with afternoon highs in the…
Local Boy on a Mission to get a Service Dog
Haygon Meadows is a vibrant kid living in Montgomery with his family. But he'll be the first to tell you he's not like other 9 year-olds. "I'm not really the normal, typical 9…
New Hotel Coming to Downtown Montgomery
A new hotel is coming to downtown Montgomery. City officials announced a Staybridge Suites will be built at the corner of Bibb and Lee Streets. The Staybridge Suites project is…
Closing Arguments Underway in Ethics Trial of House Speaker Mike Hubbard
Closing arguments are underway in the ethics trial of Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard. He faces 23 felony ethics counts. A prosecutor has told jurors that Hubbard put a "for…
